How to Learn English via Online Language Exchange : Email, Text Chat or Voice Chat?

How to Learn English via Online Language Exchange

Email, Text Chat or Voice Chat?

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How to Learn English via Online Language Exchange

Email, Text Chat or Voice Chat?


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What Kind of Language Exchange?

Should you practice via email, text chat or voice chat? This depends on your proficiency level in English and your learning goals.

Email:
(Pen Pals)
This is a convenient way to do a language exchange. It is suitable for learners at all proficiency levels. You can take the time to use dictionaries and other resources to work on writing and grammar. Click here for tips on doing a language exchange with your pen pals.
Text Chat: This is suitable for intermediate level learners or higher. See who's in text chat now.
Voice Chat: This is recommended for intermediate to advanced students who want to work on speaking, pronunciation or listening comprehension. The simultaneous text chat that is available in the voice chat rooms makes it easy to explain words and vocabulary. Click here to access a free voice chat program with excellent sound quality.



Our Newest English-speaking Members

Here are 20 of our most recent English-speaking members that could become your partner.

To view all registered English native speakers, please click here.
Click on a name for more information or to contact the member.
Name Country
(City)
Native Language Practicing Language Description

person Rynne
January 1, 2026
New Zealand
(Wellington)
English
Spanish
Hello! My name is Rynne and I am learning Spanish to expand my knowledge of languages. I enjoy creative writing, reading and painting and I would love to connect with people across the globe and learn about their language and culture. translate

person Kevin
January 1, 2026
United States
(Seattle)
English
German
French
Japanese
Hello. I'm Kevin. I'm from the US, and have been traveling for the last few years, I think it will be four years in May. :) Anyway, I'm in Kyoto, Japan from 12/27/25 to 3/23/26, and I would love to meet some new friends in Kyoto ..... translate

person Devin
January 1, 2026
Greece
(Chania, Rethymno Χανιά, Ρέθυμνο)
English
Greek
Hello, I am back in Greece again in the Chania and Rethymno cities on Crete. If you're interested in practicing your English, please contact me for a coffee and chat! You don't have to be a Greek speaker, as I'm happy to help you wit..... translate

person Alex
January 1, 2026
United Kingdom
(London)
English
- Other -
- Other -
Chinese, Mandarin
Japanese
Spanish
IT professional by trade, explorer by heart. 🌍 I’m the guy who’s sometimes at the airport heading to a business meeting, but I’d much rather be getting lost in a new city or trying a dish I can’t pronounce. ​A few things about me: ​🎾 Active: Big ..... translate

person Ashley
January 1, 2026
United States
(New York)
English
Czech
Jmenuju se Ashley. Jsem z New Yorku, kde teď žiju. Učím se česky teprve pár měsíců (A1/A2). V létě budu cestovat na České republiky. Proto se chci dozvědět více o české kultuře a jazyce. Hi! My name is Ashley, from New York, U.S. I’m learning Czech ..... translate

person Mari
January 1, 2026
Finland
(Kuopio)
Finnish
English
Italian
English
I'm interested in Italian culture and love the language. I'd like to learn much more both. Practicing english also. I like to both read and listen to books. As a Finn, I also like ice hockey and I support my hometown team KalPa. In futur..... translate

person Marky
January 1, 2026
United States
(Seattle)
English
Japanese
Luganda (Ganda)
Spanish
I am a college student entering my fourth year, and I love to learn the languages of the world. I did a year of Japanese in university, two years of Spanish in high school, and I would like to maintain and build on the skills I already have. Addition..... translate

person Josh
January 1, 2026
United Kingdom
(Wales)
English
Chinese, Mandarin
Chinese, Cantonese
您好!我是Josh,我是顾问,我最 近搬家到伦敦但我从来北威尔士!我学 习中文五年左右。我好爱中国的文化和 汉语。最近我看好多中文电影,我最喜 欢的是《天下无贼》。如果你都喜欢中 国电影请你介绍我新的电影!电视剧都 可以,我目前看看《都挺好》。 I also love chinese food - please suggest some for me to try 哈哈哈。我准备过年坐汉语水平考试 四和2025可能是我第一次去中国大 陆旅游! I'm hoping to share my langua..... translate

person Robyn
January 1, 2026
United States
(Glen allen)
English
Icelandic
I’m from Virginia in the states. I’ve been to Iceland numerous times. It’s my favorite place to visit. I would love to learn to speak Icelandic! And make some good friends! translate

person Bruce
January 1, 2026
United States
(Woodstock)
English
Italian
I am very interested in practicing my speaking skills in Italian. I love Italian culture and have visited Italy four times now. I am an aficionado of Vivaldi and all Italian baroque music and opera. I speak fluent French for more than 40 years now an..... translate

person Ryan
January 1, 2026
Canada
(Victoria)
English
Japanese
はじめまして、ライアンと言います。 カナダ人で、カナダのビクトリアに住 んでいます。40さいぐらいです。英 語ネイティブで、日本語のべんきょう をはじめました。 しゅみはり ょこうすることとソーシャルダンスで す…それはさいこうなほうほうで人と しりあうとおもいま。2026ねんか 2027ねんに日本に行きます。日本 語で人とはなしをたのしみたいで。 ——— Hello! I’m Ryan, a Canadian native English-speaker in my early 40s. I live..... translate

person David
January 1, 2026
United States
(Baltimore)
English
Spanish
French
Italian
I joined this site to offer help to those wanting to learn or improve their English, regardless of their level. I do not know Spanish but like to learn from a native speaker, it’s Important to understand that I do not know any Spanish . translate

person Ian
January 1, 2026
United Kingdom
(London)
English
Turkish
Although I state ‘learning Turkish ‘ my application is false so I prefer to ‘meet’ like minded people who perhaps may wish casual conversation and exchange of thoughts, experiences .. or ( rather daringly ) actually meet in person - more so if you li..... translate

person W
January 1, 2026
United States
(Bay Area)
English
Japanese
I have studied Japanese, but I’m not good at speaking. I would like to be able to hold a conversation in Japanese. I am a gold member! 日本語を勉 強してきましたが会話は全然できない です。話せるようになりたいです!ゴ ルドメンバーです! I can help you with practicing English. 英語を勉強している方は大 歓迎です..... translate

person Adham
January 1, 2026
United States
(Secret)
English
Japanese
Spanish
Korean
人生は短く、時がたつのは速い。お互 いに優しくしましょう。Kindne ss is beautiful. はじめまして。アダム と申します。日本語能力試験準備中で す。日本に行く予定はあります。友達 のように話しながら言語力を上達させ たいです。ここが熱すぎなので家に籠 り切りです。I am friendly and patient. Please be my friend. translate

person Max
January 1, 2026
United Kingdom
(London)
English
French
Hoping to find someone with whom to share messages about everyday life, have deep and meaningful conversations and at other times exchange random musings and spontaneous ideas. I’m rather shy (sorry, that's why I haven't posted a picture) a..... translate

person Lucia
January 1, 2026
United States
(Phoenix)
English
Indonesian (Bahasa)
Hello, my name is Lucia. I am looking for someone to talk to in Indonesian and also just friends from other places! I like drawing, music, and learning languages. I'm also happy to help anyone with learning English! translate

person James
January 1, 2026
Netherlands
(Den Bosch)
Dutch
English
Japanese
- Other -
If you're reading this, you're probably searching someone to practice your Dutch or English with. You're possibly looking for someone who has experience in guiding and mentoring other people, who is patient, cultured, and friendly. You..... translate

person Alejandro
January 1, 2026
Australia
(churchill)
English
Spanish
I am a humble man that does not need to blow his horn well travelled bi= lingual and happy to meet new friends translate

person Lukz
January 1, 2026
United Kingdom
(London)
English
Spanish
German
Ukrainian
Japanese
Hello from London! I am someone with a keen interest in cultures, and different thoughts, opinions and outlooks of people living across this beautiful planet :) I've been fortunate to have lived in 6 different countries which has hugely shaped..... translate

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